Therapists in Croton Hudson, NY

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of direct clinical experience. I specialize in working with culturally diverse young adults (aprx age 18-35) who are having difficulty regulating themselves and experiencing some level of emotional and/or behavioral distress, which sometimes leads to significant problems in school, at work, and/or in relationships with oneself and others. Often, this distress can be eased with increased self-awareness that supports your ability to regulate your internal experience so your emotions feel manageable, your thoughts are more comforting, and you have more control over your behavior.

Whether you're transitioning to a new job, anxious about a relationship, navigating a recent loss, these adjustments can feel stressful and overwhelming. I have experience working with trauma, grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, relational difficulties, and academic/occupational issues. I enjoy working with college/graduate students and young professionals. am trained in a range of modalities including CBT and DBT, but overall, I am person-centered, attachment based and psychodynamically oriented. Thus, I approach therapy from a trauma-focused lens, providing a safe space for clients to process all thoughts and feelings.

I know it can be difficult to make the informed decision to start therapy. The idea of unpacking our thoughts, feelings, behaviors and emotions can feel overwhelming and intimidating. Your bravery toward facing your personal hardships and improving your overall quality of life is the first of many victories that you will experience in our time together. Whether you are suffering with anxiety and depression, undergoing life transitions, struggling with self-esteem, facing relationship issue or looking to understand your past to make sense of your present.

“Someone I loved once gave me a box of darkness. It took years to realize that this, too, was a gift.”-Mary Oliver / My belief is that healing takes place in relationships. As your therapist, it is my hope that the journey we embark on together through your individual story, will offer you a solid foundation for healing, growth and positive change. I bring an authentic, humorous, empathetic warmth while also challenging you too show up fully and bring your most present self. Through our therapeutic relationship and with you, the expert of your own life at the helm, we will access your many strengths to navigate each given moment.

Have you ever felt like you're tirelessly trying to keep pace in a world that doesn't quite align with your rhythm? Do you find yourself grappling with negative self-talk, guilt and ‘should-haves’? Why do things seem effortless for others but not for you? Do you often feel that your needs aren't met? You want to feel good about life and find meaningful connections but you struggle to do so. If this resonates with you, know that you are not alone in these feelings. In a world that often misunderstands, there's a place where your experiences are fully appreciated. If you have anxiety, Autism or ADHD then this is a safe space for you.

Have you experienced the death or loss of a family member or close friend? Have you experienced crime, such as sexual assault or sexual abuse as a child? Have you been harmed by parents, siblings, friends, people in authority, acquaintances and/or strangers? Crime, harm and loss can be traumatic and life-altering. It can feel like there is nowhere safe and no one to turn to or trust. My approach is client-centered, non-judgmental, gentle and nurturing. During our work together you will explore and discover inner strengths and resources that will help you heal and feel empowered.

I practice Holistic Psychology and am passionate about making evidence-based therapeutic practices accessible. Therapy with me is collaborative, flexible, and strengths-based. My approach is grounded in scientifically-backed methods with specialized training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). I see clients of all ages ranging from young childhood through adulthood, including families and couples.

Do you feel depressed, anxious, tired, overwhelmed, disconnected from others? Are your needs being met, or are they being overlooked? Are you a negative thinker? In today's world people are feeling more detached than ever before. It is becoming harder to manage our lives, relationships, careers, children. Do you want to enhance your life, or focus on creating new goals? Putting off your needs and not taking time for yourself will only make things worse and lead to more severe/long term issues.

I love working with those who know they are ready for change. Many seek to create a life that they can proudly call their own. Perhaps you have tried many times, or you are just now realizing you're not living the life you want. I have worked for years with people wanting to create their best life, and have found a uniquely collaborative way of working that removes internal barriers while changing ways of relating to others, so that a happier, healthier life is more than just possible, it becomes a living reality.

* DEPRESSION- ANXIETY- STRESS- TRAUMA- RELATIONSHIPS- MIDLIFE- LIFE TRANSITION - GRIEF AND LOSS - PHYSICAL ILLNESS - LIFE-PATH AND PURPOSE * I work with many individuals who feel that they have come to a crossroad, that their life situation is troubled or unfulfilling. Issues of low self esteem, anxiety, depression, feeling stuck or various stress related symptoms are common. Many tools are offered to assist the journey towards self empowerment and mastery, increased happiness and fulfillment. My approach include: in depth heart centered dialogue; mindfulness techniques, cognitive-behavioral , emotional healing; meditation and expressive arts.

Attention...what does it take to get our attention? Usually, it's something unfamiliar. I work with individuals who experience a "symptom," a grief, a depression, an anxiety, a life-threatening illness, a crisis in an important relationship; a time when you are asked to pause, to pay attention to your self and bring curiosity to your life. A symptom is an invitation to look at the story of your life and visit where you have felt alone and where you need to come home to yourself in order to make this issue transform and experience more fulfillment.

Ms. Elsa I. Arce is a Bilingual (Spanish-Speaking) LMHC, Abundance Certified Coach and a Shamanic Reiki Master. Trained as a traditional clinical psychotherapist, she provides therapy for children, young adults, couples, and families with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, attention-deficit, trauma, substance abuse, domestic violence, and family relational stress. In addition, she practices nontraditional Energy Psychology therapies that are also evidenced based. Elsa works part-time at a foster care agency and has a private practice in Westchester, NY.

At the heart of my practice lies the intersection of science and art, imbued with humor, care, and creativity. Perhaps you find yourself carrying a heavy weight on your shoulder or navigating your days with a tightness in your chest and lack of energy. It’s possible you’ve been prioritizing others’ needs and neglecting your own, or realizing you don’t recognize the script guiding your life. You might be carrying the burden of guilt and shame or finding that your relationships are not what you want them to be.

Everyone deserves a soft place to land, a space to gather, to explore themselves deeply, and to heal. As a therapist this is what I hope to provide to each of my clients. I believe everyone is doing their best with the tools they have and that with nonjudgmental support and guidance, we all can reconnect and flourish within ourselves and our relationships. Together, we will develop a healing relationship where you can feel safe even when vulnerable, comforted in your struggles, and encouraged as you are guided toward the resources you need to feel more secure in the world.

Feeling alone, isolated even when we are in a relationship is very common. We often question ourselves and doubt our ability to create lasting bonds. Some of these common challenges include communication difficulties, infidelity, loss of intimacy, financial pressures, difficulty balancing individual, work, couple and family expectations. We often find it difficult to share our challenges and vulnerabilities.

Life presents us with many challenges and stressors, and somewhere along the way we develop ways of meeting these challenges that may not be helpful long term. We can be left feeling disconnected from ourselves. You may find yourself stuck in patterns of overworking, overthinking, avoiding, trying to be perfect, and chronic stress. As a therapist, I want to help you understand why these unhelpful patterns developed and facilitate your innate capacity to grow and heal. I named my practice Waypoint Psychotherapy because I believe that therapy is a place to ground and orient, so you can continue your journey as your true self.

Do you feel "stuck" and unable to find meaning, connection, and joy in your work or relationships? Are you troubled by sadness, depression, anxiety, or loneliness? Are you dealing with a chronic illness or disability? Or do you simply want to make your life better or achieve new goals or visions? Come experience the benefits of a warm, caring therapist with over 30 years of experience to help you navigate your most complex life challenges.

Coping with life’s challenges is not always easy and finding a therapist is often a huge step. Therapy can help us to better understand ourselves and develop the tools required for living our fullest and most authentic life. Together, we will work on creating new patterns of behavior and moving you toward positive change. I focus on helping women and the LGBTQ+ community with challenges such as: trauma, depression, anxiety, disordered eating and body shame. I also work with folks moving through life transitions such as career changes, grief/loss and breakups.

When you seek the emotional growth that you deserve, you will experience change and improvements in your relationships. The therapeutic process will push you beyond the limits of your comfort; but at the end of the journey, you will experience growth, change in perspective, increase self-awareness and increase coping skills to improve the quality of your life. We are a private practice group that provides general psychotherapy treatment such as anxiety, depression and also specializes in women's maternal mental wellbeing such as postpartum, infertility and stillbirth. We are dedicated to restoring our client’s mental wellbeing.